Librarian III

Work Location

• Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34211 Work Hours: 40 hours per week with variable daytime, evening, and weekend hours Expected Starting Salary Range: $71,556.54 - $94,812.41 Manages day-to-day operations of a branch library location within the Manatee County Library System or manages a specific work section at Central Library. Ensures effective and efficient delivery of traditional and innovative library services, as applicable to area of assignment. Assigns work and delegates responsibilities to staff and monitors progress to ensure goals are met and high-quality customer service is maintained. Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws. Working Conditions The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role involves sitting for extended periods while working on a computer. Able to push book truck weighing up to 30 pounds and shelve books. May be assigned to any Manatee County Public Library System location. Regularly required to work other than normal business hours.
• Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.
• The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role involves sitting for extended periods while working on a computer. Able to push book truck weighing up to 30 pounds and shelve books. May be assigned to any Manatee County Public Library System location. Regularly required to work other than normal business hours.

Position Duties

• Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Manages day-to-day operations of a branch library location within the Manatee County Library System or manages a specific work section at Central Library. Provides oversight to staff and facility operations. Responsible for administrative and operational functions for assigned section or branch. Addresses internal and external behavioral issues, accidents, and incidents, interacting with law enforcement, risk management, emergency services, and mental health providers as needed. Interprets and enforces relevant County and Library policies and procedures to the public. Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Assigns work and delegates responsibilities to staff and monitors progress to ensure goals are met and high-quality customer service is maintained. Hires, trains, coaches, appraises, and rewards assigned staff. Responds appropriately to employee complaints and issues. Cultivates strong working relationships and builds trust among team members. Reviews and recommends new methods and procedures to make daily operations more efficient. Performs considerable short-term and long-term planning, scheduling, and coordinating within area of responsibility. Recommends policy or services changes to Library Administration. Assists with the development of the annual budget for assigned section or branch. Monitors revenue and expenses and allocates fiscal resources appropriately. Acts as library liaison, representing the library at County, Friends, and community meetings and participating in community outreach events. Develops and maintains community contacts. Makes public presentations as requested. Serves as a member of the Library Leadership Team. Facilitates the mission of the library. Contributes to a collaborative vision for the library and exhibits a strong commitment to innovative user-centered service. Prepares monthly, annual and special reports and statistical reports. Maintains current knowledge of professional library issues, developments, materials, and equipment with emphasis on current and future trends in technology and literacy. Also maintains current knowledge of specific area of assignment. Attends training and meetings and participates in professional library organizations. Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law.
• Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
• Manages day-to-day operations of a branch library location within the Manatee County Library System or manages a specific work section at Central Library. Provides oversight to staff and facility operations.
• Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Assigns work and delegates responsibilities to staff and monitors progress to ensure goals are met and high-quality customer service is maintained. Hires, trains, coaches, appraises, and rewards assigned staff. Responds appropriately to employee complaints and issues. Cultivates strong working relationships and builds trust among team members.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science from a university or college accredited by the American Library Association. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a library system. Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience, which can include supervision of volunteers. Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
• Master's degree in library science from a university or college accredited by the American Library Association. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a library system. Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience, which can include supervision of volunteers. Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines. Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized. Able to resolve difficult problems and situations. Excellent knowledge of modern principles and practices of library science and of library organization, procedures, policies, aims, and services. Excellent knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties. Excellent knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties, including Integrated Library System (ILS) and related library technology applications. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, including public presentation skills, in order to interact professionally and effectively with staff, management, the general public, and other stakeholders. Able to work with clientele from a variety of ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds and educational levels.

Benefits

• Full Time Positions Employee Assistance Program (EAP): ComPsych – offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support. LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues. Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members. Wellbeing Benefits: Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year) Personal Training (5 Free per year) Pharmacy Technician Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management Registered Dietician (5 Free per year) Massages with licensed therapist (small copay) Miscellaneous Benefits: Workers’ Compensation Training/Seminars Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes). Paid Time Off: 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Three (3) Personal Holidays Personal Sick Leave Family Sick Leave Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours) Professional Medical Appointment Leave Bereavement Leave Military Leave Military Training Leave FMLA Vacation Award: Applies to employees regularly scheduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week. Years of Service Vacation Days 0-5 16.25 days 6-10 19.50 days 11+ 22.75 days Eligible employees may earn an additional 2 days of vacation through participation in the Manatee Thrives program Insurance: Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Prescription Insurance Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost) Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Retirement: Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options. 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya. FRS Webinars Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner Career Wellness: Professional Leadership Programs Instructor-Led and eLearning Training Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders Career Counseling Toastmasters Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance) Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards Education Benefits: Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Flexible Spending Account: Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings. Permanent Part Time - Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP): • ComPsych – offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support. • LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues. Miscellaneous Benefits: • Workers’ Compensation • Training/Seminars • FRS options • Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders • Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions • Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes). Paid Time Off: • 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. • Three (3) Personal Holidays • Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs. per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on a pro-rated basis

Full Time Positions Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellbeing Benefits

• Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
• Personal Training (5 Free per year)
• Pharmacy Technician
• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
• Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
• Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits

• Workers’ Compensation
• Training/Seminars
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regularly scheduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.

• Years of Service Vacation Days
• Eligible employees may earn an additional 2 days of vacation through participation in the Manatee Thrives program
• Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement

Career Wellness

Flexible Spending Account

Supplemental Questions